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Northwestern Office of International Student and Scholar Services

International Student Newsletter - January 12, 2024

CPT Update

The CPT webpage has changed to include up to date information and timely topics such as remote work! F-1 students, please read through this page to understand the application process for off-campus work authorization.


OISS will be closed January 15th

OISS will be closed in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day. This is a university holiday, and all academic and administrative offices will be closed.

Martin Luther King Jr. was a social activist and Baptist minister who played a key role in the American civil rights movement from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. King sought equality and human rights for African Americans, the economically disadvantaged and all victims of injustice through peaceful protest. Learn more about Martin Luther King Jr.


Coffee Talk – Winter Term

Evanston Campus & Virtual Coffee Talk

Coffee Talk will be held in hybrid format every other Friday afternoon of Winter term beginning today, Friday, January 12th from 3:00- 4:00 PM.

Coffee Talk is a community support space tailored for international students, international scholars, those who have international experiences, and/or those who are interested in international students’ experiences to connect with each other, prioritize their well-being, explore different topics related to international student experiences, and cultivate a sense of belonging on-campus. 

CAPS and OISS will provide tea, coffee, and snacks for all in-person attendees.

In-Person Location:  Office of International Student & Scholar Services at 630 Dartmouth Place, Evanston - JANUARY 12th will be virtual meeting only. No in-person on Jan. 12th.

Online Via Zoom: Recurring link for Winter 2023 Coffee Talk Meetings - Connect at the scheduled time via Zoom

See full Coffee Talk schedule for Winter Term: Northwestern Events Calendar: CAPS Outreach and Support Spaces.


Chicago Campus Coffee Talk "Fika Time"

Winter term meetings begin on February 2nd at Abbott Hall Room 332, TGS Conference Room, at the Chicago campus.

Chicago Coffee Talk "Fika Time" meets the first Friday of every month from 3:00 - 4:00 PM. See full details about Chicago Coffee Talk Fika Time.


Scam Alert

Beware of job offer scams targeting college students. Read this recent announcement from the Federal Trade Commission regarding job scams and recruiters seeking to steal personal information. Learn how to protect yourself!


Tax Season is approaching!

OISS has compiled many resources to assist you in understanding and filing your U.S. taxes. These resources include OISS sponsored virtual workshops with a tax professional as well as Sprintax webinars designed specifically for international students and scholars. Check out our Taxes webpage to learn more. 

Are you employed by Northwestern or do you receive source income in the form of scholarship or fellowship funds from NU? Northwestern's Foreign National Tax Team in the Office of Human Resources can help with your tax questions. 


Northwestern’s English Language Program (ELP)

Classes for international graduate students and postdocs:

REGISTER NOW FOR WINTER QUARTER ELP 2024 SERVICES:

  • Group Courses (in-person on Evanston campus):
    American English Pronunciation: Segments (Sounds) – LING 380-20
    Academic Presentations – LING 380-23
    Academic Writing for Graduate Students – LING 381-20
  • Individual Instruction – LING 482 (remote)
  • Instruction & Practice Small Groups
    Journaling for Everyday English (in-person on Evanston campus)
    Conversation & Small Talk (remote)
  • Supported online speech and language training – LING 483 (remote)

Learn more and register: https://www.elp.northwestern.edu/registration/online-registration.html

Questions about registration: elp@northwestern.edu


Calendar of Events

 
 

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